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BAS 393

1958 Rover 105

Blue Petrol 2638cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2013
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

512 mi
Last recorded512 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2012
Typical for 1958 Rover 10554,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAS 393
MakeRover
Model105
Year1958
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,638cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2012 512 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 512 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 95,328 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 95,318 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 95,318 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 90,521 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 87,435 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 84,422 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 82,705 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 81,679 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 105?

Based on 560 MOT tests across 102 vehicles.

82.3%
Pass Rate
379
Miles/Year
69
Year Lifespan
102
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 38
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 18
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 14
parking brake recording little or no effort 11
brake recording little or no effort 9
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BAS 393 is a 1958 Rover 105 in Blue with a 2,638cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1958 Rover 105 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 54,708 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Rover 105 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BAS 393, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 105 typically stays on UK roads for around 69 years. At 68 years old, this Rover 105 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BAS 393?

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What year was BAS 393 registered?

BAS 393 is a 1958 Rover 105, first registered on 22 August 1958.

Is BAS 393 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAS 393 shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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